825 East 13th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The three-story, three-unit building at 825 East 13th Street in Flatbush, owned by Azad Ali, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past three years. Most notably, between December 2024 and April 2025, there were multiple complaints about flooring, wall conditions, and various plumbing issues (including problems with the steam pipe, sink, and bathtub/shower) that HPD was unable to inspect due to access issues. Earlier in 2024, the building experienced various water-related problems, including leaks and damp spots, though inspections were also hindered by access issues.

Additional concerning incidents include a July 2024 sewage odor complaint (which received an advisory) and a February 2024 complaint regarding a lack of heat/hot water, both of which couldn't be properly inspected. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of access issues during inspections, which has limited the ability of authorities to fully assess and resolve various complaints. Some improvements can be noted, as there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past four reporting periods from 2021 to 2024, and a rodent inspection in December 2022 passed.

However, recent housing maintenance code violations from 2023 and 2022 indicate issues with timely bedbug reporting compliance. The property has experienced various emergency situations in early 2024, including plumbing problems, safety concerns regarding fire escape and window guards, paint/plaster issues, and water leaks, though most of these complaints were eventually closed. The building's age (built in 1905) and history of maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges with preserving basic living conditions, though the absence of bedbug infestations in recent reports is a positive note.